The NT Regional Training Hub, in collaboration with Alice Springs Hospital, recently welcomed Anita Fletcher from Standout Medical Careers to deliver a series of career development workshops for medical students and Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in Alice Springs.
The program began with an online CV Writing and Career Q&A Webinar, providing practical advice on developing a standout CV, communicating individual strengths, avoiding common application pitfalls, and presenting experience in a professional format.
Building on the webinar, Anita travelled to Alice Springs to facilitate face-to-face sessions focused on specialty training applications, CV development, referee selection, interview preparation, and understanding employer and specialty college expectations.
A highlight of the visit was the three-hour Career Development Workshop, which enabled participants to strategically plan their career pathways and strengthen their competitiveness for future training and employment opportunities through presentations, discussions, CV reviews, and mock panel interviews.
Dr Penny Stewart, Director, NT Regional Training Hub, said participants particularly valued the opportunity to hear first-hand experiences and practical advice on positioning themselves for future career opportunities. “The workshop encouraged attendees to think strategically about career planning and progression, while highlighting the unique opportunities available in Central Australia and the Northern Territory. It reinforced that a medical career can be launched and developed successfully from the Northern Territory, with skills and experiences that are recognised and valued nationally and beyond.
“The open discussion format provided junior doctors with a valuable opportunity to ask questions about career pathways, work-life balance and navigating key career decisions. Equally important was the networking component, which enabled honest conversations about choosing a specialty pathway, finding the right place to practise, and building a rewarding professional and personal life.”
The workshops demonstrated a shared commitment to supporting a skilled and sustainable medical workforce in Central Australia.